Springfield Falcons

In its 118-year history, Illinois high school basketball has produced a remarkable bounty of talent.

With the IHSA's tournaments under way, we undertook the daunting — possibly maddening — task of naming the 100 greatest players ever. They were chosen only for their high school performances and the impact they had on the game; their careers in college or the pros were not considered. Also their success in the context of the era in which they played was factored in.

Listed in alphabetical order. First the top 50. Then the second 50. Then the honorable mention list of players we considered. Let the debating begin.

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